HS code for hoodies in the European Union
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Key facts
- Most likely codes
- 6110.20, 6110.30
- Candidate codes
- 3
- HS edition
- HS2022
- National lines
- 9
- General duty (MFN)
- 12%
Summary
Hoodies imported into the European Union are usually classified under HS code 6110.20 when knitted or crocheted, with cotton the main material by weight, and under 6110.30 when knitted or crocheted, with man-made fibres such as polyester the main material by weight. Both sit in heading 61.10, “Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted”. Hoodies can also fall under 6110.90, depending on the material. The tariff of the European Union has 9 national lines under these codes. The general (MFN) duty in the European Union on the national lines under 6110.20 and 6110.30 is 12%.
How to choose the right code
Which textile makes up most of the hoodie’s weight: cotton, man-made fibres such as polyester, or something else? Use 6110.20 when knitted or crocheted, with cotton the main material by weight. Use 6110.30 when knitted or crocheted, with man-made fibres such as polyester the main material by weight. Use 6110.90 when knitted or crocheted, with a textile other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton or man-made fibres the main material by weight.
Textile goods of mixed materials are classified as if made wholly of the textile that makes up most of their weight.
Codes for hoodies
Each code is listed with its legal text from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, quoted as published, and the condition under which it applies to hoodies.
- 6110.20
Most likely
Legal text: “Of cotton”
Heading 61.10: “Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted”
Applies when knitted or crocheted, with cotton the main material by weight.
- 6110.30
Most likely
Legal text: “Of man-made fibres”
Heading 61.10: “Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted”
Applies when knitted or crocheted, with man-made fibres such as polyester the main material by weight.
- 6110.90
Possible
Legal text: “Of other textile materials”
Heading 61.10: “Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted”
Applies when knitted or crocheted, with a textile other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton or man-made fibres the main material by weight.
National lines in the European Union
The tariff of the European Union splits these codes into 9 national lines, listed with their published text and general duty.
The general (MFN) duty in the European Union on the national lines under 6110.20 and 6110.30 is 12%. Import VAT or sales tax is charged on top, and de minimis rules can change what is due; the landed cost calculator works it out for a shipment.
Under 6110.20
- 6110 20 10 00“Lightweight fine knit roll, polo or turtleneck jumpers and pullovers”12%
- 6110 20 91 00“Other › Men's or boys'”12%
- 6110 20 99 00“Other › Women's or girls'”12%
Under 6110.30
- 6110 30 10 00“Lightweight fine knit roll, polo or turtleneck jumpers and pullovers”12%
- 6110 30 91 00“Other › Men's or boys'”12%
- 6110 30 99 00“Other › Women's or girls'”12%
Under 6110.90
- 6110 90 10 00“Of flax or ramie”12%
- 6110 90 90 30“Of other textile materials › Womens' or girls' pullovers of silk or of silk waste”12%
- 6110 90 90 90“Of other textile materials › Other”12%
Similar products
Products in the same category as hoodies, or classified under the same headings.
- Baseball capsHS 6505.00
- JeansHS 6203.42, 6204.62
- ScarvesHS 6214.20, 6214.30, 6117.10
- SocksHS 6115.95, 6115.96
- T-shirtsHS 6109.10, 6109.90
Other countries
National tariff lines for hoodies are live for the United States. Each page lists the lines under the codes above, with their duty rates where they are live.
- Hoodies in United States57 national lines, duty rates live
Check your exact product
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Classification depends on the exact product
The right code depends on what the product is made of, how it is made and what it is for, so two products sold as hoodies can fall under different codes.
Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for hoodies?
Hoodies imported into the European Union are usually classified under HS code 6110.20 when knitted or crocheted, with cotton the main material by weight, and under 6110.30 when knitted or crocheted, with man-made fibres such as polyester the main material by weight. Both sit in heading 61.10, “Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted”.
Does the material change the HS code for hoodies?
Yes. Use 6110.20 when knitted or crocheted, with cotton the main material by weight. Use 6110.30 when knitted or crocheted, with man-made fibres such as polyester the main material by weight. Use 6110.90 when knitted or crocheted, with a textile other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton or man-made fibres the main material by weight.
What is the duty on hoodies imported into the European Union?
The general (MFN) duty in the European Union on the national lines under 6110.20 and 6110.30 is 12%. Import VAT or sales tax is charged on top, and de minimis rules can change what is due; the landed cost calculator works it out for a shipment.
Sources and updates
The legal texts are from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, live on border.bot since 11 October 2026.
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The duty rates are from the live rates release, live on border.bot since 11 October 2026.
The conditions and questions on this page were written for hoodies by border.bot and checked against those legal texts; the page changes when a new release goes live or the topic is reviewed again.